Profiles in Literature Walter Scott Author:Robin Mayhead Mr. Mayhead's study is an enthusiastic and challenging introduction to the writings of Sir Walter Scott. He discusses the more striking features of Scott's style -- his use of language and characterisation -- and also evaluates the contemporary moral and political attitudes portrayed in the novels. — The use of literary conventions of the time is... more » examined with reference to Scott's work and extracts exemplify in particular the use of the Heroic. While admitting Scott's faults as a writer, Mr. Mayhead presents a general view of him as one whose works deserve deeper study than many modern writers would opinionate.« less